How to write an application letter

While writing an application letter, you must make it clear what you are applying for. If you are applying for a job opening, state it specifically.

Keep your application letter short and to the point. Explain why you think you qualify for the position. Highlight your plus points. For example, if you are applying for a job, you must write about your experience, educational qualifications or accomplishments and positive traits that might make you a suitable candidate.

In your application letter, you must clearly state what you want to accomplish by sending the letter and what action you expect your reader to make.

Your application letter may be accompanied by other documents such as your resume or letter(s) of recommendation. Don’t forget to make a reference to them in your letter.

Give your contact information such as email address or phone number. Your reader should be able to contact you without any difficulty.

Close the letter by thanking the person for his or her time and assistance.

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Application letter sample
Business letter writing tips
How to Write an Apology Letter
Business Apology Letter Sample I
Personal Apology Letter Sample I
Email writing tips
Resume writing
How to write a letter of enquiry
How to write an advice letter?
Different types of formal letters

Letter writing: formal and informal

Introduction
Address and date
Salutation
Body of the letter
Subscription or leave-taking
The Tone and Language of a Letter
Personal Letter Writing Tips
Envelope
Example of formal letter and envelope
Formal Letter Sample 2
Formal letter sample 3
Formal letter sample 4
Formal letter writing basics
Standard phrases used in formal letters
Example of informal letter and envelope
Informal Letter Sample 2
Informal Letter Sample 3
Informal Letter Sample 4